Windows 8 unveiled in Lagos.

Country Manager, Microsoft Anglophone West Africa, Mr. Emmanuel Onyeje

By Amaka Eze
 
Microsoft Nigeria has unveiled Windows 8 to its customers and partners in Nigeria at its Open Door event following the global launch of the product last October.

The Microsoft’s Open Door events serve to address the demand for space in which African technology professionals are able to experience the latest-generation technologies first-hand, exchange ideas, build skills, and network with their local IT community and Microsoft technology experts.

Windows 8 was the main product exhibited at this years' Open Door Event targeted at IT professionals, developer and partners.

Speaking at the press conference to announce the launch, Country Manager, Microsoft Anglophone West Africa, Mr. Emmanuel Onyeje, stated that with the launch of Windows 8, Microsoft is unveiling a reimagined Windows to the world.

Lagos Okada rider protest ban on 475 roads

Commercial motorcycle operators, better known as Okada riders, Monday marched on to Lagos streets to protest the state’s new traffic law, which restricts their movement on about 475 strategic roads in the state.

 

The protests, which took place in many parts of the state including Ikorodu, Ejigbo and Onipanu resulted in a traffic gridlock in most part of Lagos as the motorcyclists impeded the free flow of traffic in the city. Other areas included Ijora Olopa, along 7up Road, Mashalasi and Ladipo.

 

Some of the protesters also took out their anger on the government-backed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, vandalising 10 of the buses and attacking commuters in them.

However, a team of security operatives from the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) was quickly deployed to the troubled spots to restore order.

Jonathan,'I'm the most criticised president in the whole world'

Nigeria's Goodluck Jonathan said on Monday that he was “the most criticised president in the whole world”, but pledged that, with time, he would be more appreciated.

“I'm the most criticised president in the whole world. I can tell this noble audience that before I leave, I will also be the most praised president,” Jonathan told a meeting of the Nigerian Bar Association.

Do you agree with Mr president?

Madonna University regains operating licence from NUC

Madonna University, Okija,Anambra State, has regained it operating license after months of seizure by the Nigeria University Commission (NUC). The license of the private university was suspended alongside the one Lead University,Ibadan and others.

However, in a letter addressed to  Madonna Univerity, the NUC stated that they are satisfied by the measures taken by the institution to correct annomalies since the suspension took effect. The letter was signed by Professor C Mafiana the director of Quality Assurance.

National Universities Commission (NUC) directed that the lifting of suspension on the operating license of Madonna University takes effect from Friday 17 August. There is also a condition that the NUC will continue to monitor the progess of the institution to ensure full compliance with regulatory guidelines.

DSTV increases subscription charges in Nigeria

MultiChoice, Nigeria’s leading pay-TV provider, has announced an offer for DStv subscribers following an upward review of its subscription fees. However, subscribers who renew their subscription before it expires stand to pay less on the old tariffs.

The new subscription fees are:  DStv Family, from N2, 800 to N3, 000; DStv Compact, from N4, 800 to N5,000; DStv Compact Plus, from N7, 000 to N7, 500 and DStv Premium, from N10, 000 to N11, 000. There is however no increase in the prices of DStv Access which remains at N1, 500, while the Dual View Access fees and the access fee for HDPVR both remain at N1, 800.

Choc Boiz, Dencia Twitter account verified!

I woke up this morning to discover that the twitter account of the trio of Ice prince, Brymo and Jesse Jagz have been verified and am like how did this happen and just when i was trying find out what happened overnight while I was asleep, BAM! Dencia, oh oh , her account too? Yeah, Dencia's handle have also been verified but what is most shocking is the fact that Mr Incredible, Microphone representer, undisputed champion and all the hmmm, AKAs' he's got, M.I's account wasn't verified, the boy must really feel like WTF!

FRESH OUT Video: REXX - Shokoto

Rexford Jideofor Okiche (born 09 june,1985) known professionally as REXX, is a nigerian singer-songwriter, and record producer. He is a native of Unubi Anambra State. He grew up in lagos state where he attended Command Children School and Command Secondary School for his primary and secondary education respectively. A graduate of University of Nigeria Nsukka where he studied Computer Science. Rexx grew up in a music filled enviroment with influences from Micheal Jackson, Bob Marley and Seal. While in university he recorded an album with a production team called Haunted Sound, unfortunately the album was never released. In 2008 Rexx met Chucky and they both formed the duo PINCODE, they went on to record the album PINCODE FOR PRESIDENT that had the very successful single PINCODE in 2009. Currently he is signed to TIMELESS MUSIC an indie record label based in lagos state. So far he has released three singles BACK TO YOU, MASQUERADE and his current single SHOKOTO. He is currently on his first official solo album. Release date for the album is yet to be announced.

Team Nigeria at the Olympics

Nigerians and their 'Over Sabi' attitude, why should you put on a sun shade at night. Na wa oo!!!

FRESH OUT: DJ NEPTUNE Official 2012 Ghana Meet Naija Mixtape

According to DJ Neptune, the Ghana Meet Naija mix tape is his own way of contributing to the growth of the music industry and also bridging the gap in terms of music between both countries. The 2012 Ghana Meets Naija mix tape has few songs from the Ghanian and Nigerian artiste who took part in the concert that was put together by Empire Group in Ghana and other hit tracks from prominent artistes.


Listen, download and let us know what you feel.

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Nigeria’s biggest music night, The Headies is back for the seventh year.

Organizers of The Hip Hop World Awards which debuted in 2006 this week announced “A countdown to the big day”- which officially kicks off The Headies. “On July 23, we will have a mini event to give out the car and plaques to last year’s winners, and then the following day, we will officially launch the countdown to the big day by announcing nominees, hosts and other plans” Ayo Animashaun says.

A total of 23 Plaques will be given to last year’s winners- 2face, Don Jazzy, Darey, Ice Prince, MI, Waje, DJ Tee, Modenine, Cabo Snoop, eLDee, Femi, Dr. Sid, Jah Bless and WizKid with Wizkid leaving with the biggest prize- a brand new Hyundai Sonata 2011. Scheduled for the last quarter of 2012 The Hip Hop World Awards is dangling a new theme “Step Into The Spotlight” before rising and established Nigerian acts whose materials – released between March 2011 and February 2012 – pass the test.

Nneka, Saeon, Dotstar headline Summer Soiree (Olympics)

The electrifying launch in the history of UK urban concerts. The inspiring concert SUMMER SOIREE is the launch of an annual cultural entertainment festival with its first year celebrating the talents of Nigerians in diaspora within the entertainment industry. This all takes place a day after the London Olympic opening ceremony and the event has been recognised by the Nigerian Olympics.

KEY POINTS:

EVENT: Summer Soiree

ACTS: Nneka, Saeon Gfrsh, Fem Fel, Gina Yashere, Dotstar w/ Afrikan Boy, SAS, Bigz Flygerian, Lyric L, A dot Comedian, Mikill Pane. Hosted by BBC 3 presenter Amal Fashanu and Comedian Don't Jealous Me

DATE: Saturday 28th July 2012

VENUE: Troxy London, 490 Commercial Road, E1 0HX

TICKETS: Seated - http://www.ticketline.co.uk/summer-soiree-naija-special#tour
                     Standing - http://summer-soiree.eventbrite.com/

WEBSITE: www.realdealpromo.com

THIS IS A MUST REACH EVENT...